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Attunement in Relationships: The Missing Link Between Love and Lasting Connection

What if the real reason so many relationships struggle isn’t a lack of love, but a lack of attunement? What do I mean? Well, most couples don’t start out feeling disconnected. They usually begin with curiosity, chemistry, and that unmistakable feeling of being seen and heard. Conversations flow. Laughter comes easily. There’s a sense of […]

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Discussing Finances and Job Security Early On: Future-Proofing Your Relationship

Love is often seen as the ultimate unifying force capable of overcoming any obstacle. That is a nice idea… But ask any long-term couple about their biggest challenges, and money will inevitably make the list. For young couples especially, discussing finances and job security in the future might seem unromantic, even daunting. Yet, avoiding these

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The New Year’s Dilemma: Why Habits Beat Goals in Achieving Lasting Change

Why Habits Beat Goals Observation As this year winds down, a familiar rhythm takes hold, which you’ll observe everywhere… People start to reflect on the year gone by and then set lofty goals for the year ahead—promises to eat healthier, exercise more, save money, or spend more time with loved ones. Yet, we all know

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Implementing The 5 C’s Framework For A Healthy Marriage

Introduction to the 5 C’s Framework Marriage is a lifelong journey that thrives on intentional effort. I know this may shock some, but healthy marriages don’t just happen; they require dedication, effort, and a conscious choice to nurture the relationship daily! That’s why many married couples don’t make it; they can’t invest any longer, which

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Esther Perel’s Perspective on Recurring Relationship Fights

Introduction Navigating the complexities of romantic relationships often involves addressing recurring relationship fights that seem to arise from deeper, underlying issues. Esther Perel, a renowned relationship therapist, provides an insightful framework for understanding these conflicts, categorizing them into three primary domains: power and control, care and closeness, and respect and recognition. While these categories help

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